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Townsville
20 YEARS: From runway burnouts, to reunited families and international flights
It’s been a crazy 20 years for Townsville Airport, with passenger numbers growing 45 per cent and $118m in upgrades delivered. We look back on what’s happened – and meet the new GM.
‘All blood’: From fit and healthy to stage-four cancer
Former Cowboys recruitment boss opens up about his shock battle with bowel cancer.
Three men accused of armed robbery found not guilty
A trio accused of pointing a sawn off shotgun in man’s face and robbing him have been acquitted. Read what happened throughout the course of the trial.
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Inside two epic developments for Townsville’s waterfront
Worth hundreds of millions, these two ambitious Townsville waterfront developments in the pipeline are set to transform the city. Find out what’s being planned.
‘Pinching myself’: From the Laurie Spina Shield to the NRL
Some of the Cowboys emerging young guns and NQ favourites took to the field in the Laurie Spina Shield – now, the next generation is following in their footsteps.
Houdini and Houdini II ‘cannot be removed’ from town lake
Houdini the elusive freshwater croc is officially staying in this small town’s recreational lake – alongside his new buddy, ‘Houdini II’. See what his growing fan club had to say.
‘No one’s really trying to win that award’: Tonka’s hope to inspire the next generation
Cowboys Prop Sam McIntyre might have been nominated for a prestigious honour for his work in the community, but that’s not why he spends his time giving back. WATCH THE VIDEO
Our tobacco wars: Everything you need to know
“The black market is thriving.” One industry expert has summed up Qld’s battle against illegal tobacco. WHAT WE KNOW
Budget uniform shop closure hits struggling Townsville families
Families struggling with cost of living pressure are being urged to stock up on cheap school uniforms before a decades-old Townsville store closes soon. See why they’re closing.
What Burdekin residents can expect on their rates bill
The Burdekin Shire Council have opted to raise rates and charges this year to cover the cost of running the region. See how much extra you’ll be paying.
Family hit by painful death of daughter in plea to honour mum of three
The family of a woman found dead near railway tracks has made a heartfelt plea for help with the costs of her funeral and raising her three beautiful children.
Qld’s public service battleground: Oversized or undervalued?
The life of public servants remains the ultimate contrast – the engine room of Queensland but one that comes with endless criticism. SPECIAL REPORT
The Today Show heads to beloved rodeo, land valuations loom
A roundup of all NQ council meetings – bringing the Today Show to town, more wagon adventures, a crack down on long-term free campers, and a potential new freehold station. FULL REPORT.
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